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Guides and engineering notes on fiber optic, hybrid, ROV and drone tether cable — written by the people who build it.
Linden’s ROV Fiber Optic Tether
The LINDEN-SPE-7098 tether: 3.5 mm in diameter, more than 350 kg tensile strength, and a density that nearly matches seawater.
Singlemode vs. Multimode Fiber Optics: Which is Better for You
How core size, distance and bandwidth decide between the two fiber types.
Tethered Drone System
What a tethered drone system is, the types available and how to choose one.
What are Hybrid Cable & Types?
Combining fiber, power and signal in one cable: types, buying guide and uses.
What is Single-mode Fiber Optic and Types?
Single-mode fiber explained, with types, tips and common applications.
Fiber Optic Cable: Types, Uses, Benefits & How to Choose the Right Cable
A complete guide to fiber optic cable types, benefits and selection.
Latest posts
Recent engineering notes
New articles published on the Linden blog.
Drone Tether Payload Upgrades: Documenting What Changed Before Retesting
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Dynamic vs. Static Fiber Optic Installations: Why Cable Movement Changes the Design
Read articleCustom Fiber Optic Cable Testing: What Manufacturers Should Verify Before Delivery
Read articleArmored vs Non-Armored Fiber Optic Cables: Which Design Fits Your Application?
Read articleHow Cable Jacket Materials Affect Fiber Optic Performance in Extreme Environments
Read articleFiber Optic Cable Crush Resistance: Why It Matters in Harsh Industrial Installations
Read articleHow to Choose an Underwater Fiber Optic Cable for Sensors, ROVs and Marine Systems
Read articleCustom Hybrid Fiber Optic Cables: When Fiber and Copper Need to Work Together
Read articleWhy Rugged Fiber Optic Cable Design Matters in Harsh Marine and Industrial Environments
Read articlePositive, Neutral and Negative Buoyancy in ROV Tether Cables: What Buyers Need to Know
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